Tipping in Luxembourg
EURLast reviewed · Jun 2026
Service is included in most bills, so tipping stays optional. Most locals round up or leave 5-10% only when restaurant service was outstanding. Pay in euros and hand cash directly when you do tip.
Tipping not expectedQuick answer
Restaurant
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:5-10%
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+Service is already included in the bill
+Very good sit-down service may justify 5-10%
−No extra tip is expected for ordinary service
Bar
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:Small extra
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+Table service may justify a little more
−Counter drinks usually only need rounding up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:Small extra
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+Round up for convenience
−A percentage tip is unusual
How to tip in Luxembourg
•Round up or leave 5-10% only for very good restaurant service
•Check the bill so you do not add extra by reflex
•Cash or card tips may both be possible
Quick tips
Business lunches and everyday meals often only round up
Formal tipping is lighter than in neighboring France or Belgium
Hotel and service tips are usually small rather than percentage-based
More tipping situations (8)
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / Barber5-10%
Spa & MassageRound up
Hotel Staff1-2 EUR per bag
Tour guides5-10 EUR per person
Valet Parking1-2 EUR
Airport ServicesNot expected
Car Services / UberRound up
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